Wednesday 31 May 2023

Mpumi Mops joins ‘The Mommy Club’ cast on #Showmax! #TrendsMzansi #SouthAfricaBlog

SHOWMAX has announced a new luxury-filled reality show, The Mommy Club, and have whet appetites for drama with a teaser trailer.

The Mommy Club sees five glamorous Jozi momfluencers navigating the challenges of parenting and the cut-throat world of "it moms".

Zambian man divorces Zimbabwean woman because she is too beautiful

IN AN unusual turn of events, a 40-year-old Zambian man has filed for divorce from his wife because she is exceptionally beautiful.

Arnold Masuka has taken the extraordinary step of seeking the dissolution of his marriage, citing his wife's looks.

Behind SK Khoza's abuse allegations #TrendsMzansi #SouthAfricaBlog

Sthembiso Khoza, also known as SK, is a multi-talented entertainer who works in television, radio, music and acting.

He recently revealed the circumstances of a vicious attack he said he had endured behind closed doors between him and his fiancée, Choice Kate Mathebula.

South African meat and eggs are safe to eat

South African meat and eggs are safe to eat, according to the South African Poultry Association (Sapa).

The association was reacting to information that had been spreading on social media advising consumers to stay away from pork and eggs. 

Tuesday 30 May 2023

'Listing Jozi' is back: Catch a glimpse of Joburg's most luxurious properties

Listing Jozi will be returning to BBC Lifestyle, following a successful first season and a version set in Cape Town that was incredibly well received.

A number of famous faces are featured this season, including Fhatuwani Muhkeli, Theo Baloyi, Maps Maponyane, Ndavi Nokeri, Izelle Hoffman, and Proverb.

Saturday 20 May 2023

The melody from an opera is poetry to the soul. Afro Poetry Times May 2023 amps it up!

The melody from an opera soothes the soul. The gentleness of tears on one's cheeks scream joy or pain. 

Life is a beautiful thing. Afro Poetry Times celebrates that beauty through poetry. 

Why not allow your mind to wander on lands aplenty? Whisk yourseld to fictional cities in the depth of your thoughts...

We have the ultimate magazine which celebrates the beauty of life through poetry. 

In the May 2023 edition, we feature: 

* Amazing poems

* Short story bonus

* Poet narrates how she got her breakthrough from grass to grace 

* Zimbabwean poet gets international recognition

* A review of rapper and business man 50 Cents new book 

* A South African University that's making Xhosa poetry relevant

* International Competitions to win some real cash and lots more 

Get your digital copy from anywhere innthe world on the largest press distributor PressReader. 

Thursday 18 May 2023

Huawei P60 Pro launched in South Africa — Pricing and early buy promos

Huawei has launched its latest flagship smartphone — the P60 Pro — in South Africa.

Mayor escapes with his life after shots were fired at him

The mayor of Lekwa local municipality in Mpumalanga, Delani Thabethe, narrowly escaped an attempt on his life when two gunmen shot at him outside his home in Standerton on Wednesday night. 

Springbok star Lukhanyo Am named as the new DanUp ambassador

Lukhanyo Am has been appointed as the Brand Ambassador on one of Danone's top brands, DanUp. 

As a brand, DanUp is committed to giving consumers the inner and outer courage to live their truth and is proud to partner with the South African rugby player.

Tuesday 16 May 2023

Standard Bank named South Africa’s most valuable banking brand

Standard Bank has been named SA's most valuable banking brand for the second consecutive year, with the news being announced by Brand Finance in its annual valuation of local brands. 

Every year, Brand Finance puts 5,000 of the biggest brands to the test, and publishes over 100 reports, ranking brands across all sectors and countries.

Nelson Mandela Bay Half Marathon Is Growing From Strength To Strength!

The Nelson Mandela Bay Half Marathon is back in full force and EP Athletics is gearing up for well over one thousand athletes to line up at Pollok Beach, Summerstrand, on June 3. Race Director, Michael Mbambani, is looking forward to hosting the 9th NMB Half Marathon.

Lady Tshawe to star in SA drama

Multi talented actress and poetess Lady Tshawe (born Nomashawekazi Damasane) is in Johannesburg readying to feature in a South African theatre production titled The Dr Hokaspokas Show.

The drama will be presented at the South African State Theatre in Pretoria from Wednesday to Sunday.

Half price cocktails for ladies as Shera the DJ lights up Ladies Night at Hard Rock Cafe in Sandton

Attention all ladies!

Get ready to treat yourself to a night of fabulous fun!

Join us this evening from 7pm for half price cocktails and dance the night away to our amazing DJs!

Entry is free.

Don't miss out on our spectacular Ladies Night special!

Free entry at Chillaz Thursday in Sandton

Get ready to kick off your weekend early and head over to Chillaz this Thursday at 7pm for an amazing night of music and good vibes!

With awesome DJs and FREE entry you won't want to miss this.

Jackie Chan to Star in $50M Action Sequel ‘A Legend’

Jackie Chan has signed on to star in a sequel to his 2005 martial arts fantasy-adventure hit The Myth. 

Titled A Legend and directed by Chan's longtime collaborator Stanley Tong (Rumble in the Bronx), the sequel will have a budget of $50 million — large for the Chinese film industry — and co-star Yixing Zhang (Kung Fu Yoga) and Coulee Nazha (Police Story 2013).